The President Vanishes (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1934, The President Vanishes is a crime and mystery film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 80 minutes. “SENSATIONAL!...DYNAMIC! A SMASHING, DRAMATIC STORY SO STARTLING THE AUTHOR DARED NOT SIGN HIS NAME!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The President Vanishes, released in the United Kingdom as Strange Conspiracy, is a 1934 American political drama film directed by William A. Wellman and produced by Walter Wanger. Starring Edward Arnold and Arthur Byron, the film is an adaptation of Rex Stout's political novel of the same name.
Who’s in it. The President Vanishes stars Edward Arnold as Secretary of War Wardell, Arthur Byron as President Stanley Craig, Paul Kelly as Chick Moffat and Peggy Conklin as Alma Cronin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The President Vanishes has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The President Vanishes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The President Vanishes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The President Vanishes (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The President Vanishes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The President Vanishes worth watching?
- The President Vanishes holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The President Vanishes?
- The President Vanishes stars Edward Arnold, Arthur Byron, Paul Kelly, Peggy Conklin and Andy Devine.
- When was The President Vanishes released?
- The President Vanishes was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.